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Head Swim Team Coach- Recreation & Parks

Job in Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois, 60098, USA
Listing for: Howard County Government
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Sports/Fitness/Wellness
    Recreation & Leisure, Swim Instructor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 16.5 - 19.5 USD Hourly USD 16.50 19.50 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Brief Description

Under the immediate supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, the Head Swim Team Coach is responsible for the planning of swim meets and practices, promotion, operation and supervision of the swim team.

  • Accept responsibility for the physical safety and wellbeing of the participants.
  • Inspect all areas used by the participants on a daily basis for potentially hazardous conditions.
  • Maintain accurate attendance records.
  • Maintain behavioral guidelines and discipline. Enforce all center rules and regulations.
  • Communicate clearly and courteously with center staff, participants and parents as needed.
  • Investigate and organize one to four meets for the swim team.
  • Acquire volunteers for each meet.
  • Hold time trials and seed each swimmer for each meet. Produce event cards for each swimmer.
  • Plan and run practices.
  • Set up and take down lane lines and other necessary equipment.
  • Call and email participants as necessary to disseminate information or cancel practice in case of inclement weather.
  • Order and pick up all necessary supplies and materials.
  • Wear appropriate uniform/clothing.
  • Attend all trainings and meets.
  • Perform additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by Aquatics Coordinator or Facility Manager.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork to include incident and accident reports.
  • Coordinate pool usage with Aquatics Coordinator.
  • Work weekends, evenings, holidays and swim meets.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Special Qualifications / Skills
    • Must possess CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.
    • Howard County Pool Operator certification preferred.
    • Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED and Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred.
    • Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Possess good communication and leadership skills.
    • Head Coach:
      Must be 18 years old.
    Experience
    • Must have minimum two (2) years of experience coaching swim teams.
    • Previous experience in planning of swim team meets and practices, promotion, operation and supervision of swim teams.
    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent.

    Rate of Pay

    Contingent - Paraprofessional
    $16.50 - $19.50/ hour depending on experience.

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